periphrases
n.迂回表达,委婉说法:用较长的、较复杂的表达方式来替代简洁的表达,以达到某种修辞效果。
例句
The fourth device is by syntax such as partial negation, conditional sentence, transferred negation, ellipsis, interrogative sentences, tactful implication and periphrases.
可以使用半否定、条件句、否定转移、省略、疑问句、婉转暗示和迂回等手段。